Tamala Walker
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Adept Certified Patient Care Technician with a robust background in patient support and acute care, honed at Ascension Seton. Excelled in mobility assistance and patient observation, significantly enhancing patient comfort and safety. Trained PCTs, showcasing exceptional leadership and active listening skills. Proven track record in improving healthcare delivery through continuous education and adherence to HIPAA and infection prevention protocols. Hardworking professional bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Patient Care Technician
Ascension Seton
Round Rock, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Observed physical characteristics of patients including skin coloration, respiratory rate and other indicators of condition changes.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to healthcare delivery systems.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Performed vital signs monitoring including temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
PCT Preceptor
PAM Rehab Hospital
Round Rock Hospital, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Served as a resource for PCTs by responding to questions about policies and procedures related to patient care.
- Assisted preceptors in orienting new PCTs to the clinical setting and teaching them proper patient care procedures.
- Trained PCTs on proper infection control techniques such as hand hygiene or personal protective equipment use.
CNA/Medication Aide
Cottages of Chandler Creek
Round Rock, Texas
05.2011 - 09.2017
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Activity Assistant/CNA
Lutheran Home at Concord Reserve
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
05.2008 - 06.2011
- Coordinated musical guests, movies and other types of resident entertainment.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Developed individualized programs for each resident based on their interests and abilities.
- Upheld positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels.
- Assisted in the planning and implementation of activities for residents.
- Facilitated group discussions around current events or other relevant topics.
- Conducted one-on-one activities with residents who require special attention.
- Assessed the overall quality of life of each resident through observation during daily activities.
- Monitored resident behavior during recreational activities to ensure safety.
Education
Medication Aide
Central Texas Nurse Network
Austin, TX03-2016
CNA
Quality Health Care Options
Milwaukee, WI01-2003
Dental Assistant
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-1999
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Feeding assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Blood glucose testing
- Specimen collection
- Urinalysis collection
- Vital signs monitoring
- ADL support
- Patient hygiene management
- Infection prevention
- Basic nursing care
- Bed preparation
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Vitals documentation
- Infection control
- Active listening
- Patient observation
- Patient assistance
- Patient positioning
- Safety protocols
- CPR certification
Certification
National Healthcareer Association
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Patient Care Technician
Ascension Seton
01.2024 - Current
PCT Preceptor
PAM Rehab Hospital
01.2022 - Current
CNA/Medication Aide
Cottages of Chandler Creek
05.2011 - 09.2017
Activity Assistant/CNA
Lutheran Home at Concord Reserve
05.2008 - 06.2011
Medication Aide
Central Texas Nurse Network
CNA
Quality Health Care Options
Dental Assistant
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Similar Profiles
Brooke FergusonBrooke Ferguson
Supervisor of Respiratory Care/Acting Manager at Ascension Seton Smithville, Ascension Seton BastropSupervisor of Respiratory Care/Acting Manager at Ascension Seton Smithville, Ascension Seton Bastrop
Ruby TorresRuby Torres
Inventory Clerk at Ascension SetonInventory Clerk at Ascension Seton
Theresa LiraTheresa Lira
Patient Access Representative at Ascension SetonPatient Access Representative at Ascension Seton
Anne DuffyAnne Duffy
Clinical Nursing Manager, Resource Float Pool at Ascension SetonClinical Nursing Manager, Resource Float Pool at Ascension Seton
Nicolas KadicNicolas Kadic
Supervisor at UPSSupervisor at UPS